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University of the Witwatersrand

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Overview

Founded in 1922, the University of the Witwatersrand is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Johannesburg (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Gauteng. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa, University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational South African higher education institution. University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 102-year-old South African higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this South African higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. WITS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of the Witwatersrand's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of the Witwatersrand's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of the Witwatersrand' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of the Witwatersrand's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym WITS
Founded 1922 Origins date back to 1896
Motto Scientia et Labore
Knowledge and Labour
Colours Blue and yellow
Mascot Kudos Kudu
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University Location

Address Private Bag 3, Wits
Johannesburg
2050 Gauteng
South Africa
University of the Witwatersrand's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of the Witwatersrand Phone Number +27 (11) 717 1000
University of the Witwatersrand Fax Number +27

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of the Witwatersrand's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of the Witwatersrand's academic range and degree level offering.



University of the Witwatersrand: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of the Witwatersrand's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of the Witwatersrand.

University of the Witwatersrand: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)		 2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)		 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of the Witwatersrand's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of the Witwatersrand's admission information.

University of the Witwatersrand's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of the Witwatersrand's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of the Witwatersrand a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of the Witwatersrand's acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


University of the Witwatersrand's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of the Witwatersrand has more than 1800 international students and provides admission requirements information which includes the following:

  • Admission Requirements
  • Application Process
  • English Language Proficiency
  • Foreign Qualification

    University of the Witwatersrand's Admission Office Admission Office

    Private Bag 3
    Wits 2050
    (11) 717 1888


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of the Witwatersrand's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of the Witwatersrand.

University of the Witwatersrand's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of the Witwatersrand has an enrollment range of 35,000-39,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


University of the Witwatersrand's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of the Witwatersrand's Control Type Control Type

University of the Witwatersrand is a public higher education institution.


University of the Witwatersrand's Entity Type Entity Type

University of the Witwatersrand is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of the Witwatersrand's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of the Witwatersrand's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of the Witwatersrand does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of the Witwatersrand's main facilities:


University of the Witwatersrand's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of the Witwatersrand's Library


University of the Witwatersrand's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

Housing Offering at the University of the Witwatersrand:

  • Accommodation is available for students.
  • For detailed information, students can visit the official website: https://www.wits.ac.za/accommodation/

University of the Witwatersrand's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

The University of the Witwatersrand offers a diverse range of sports activities and facilities for its students. The available sports activities, reported to uniRank, include over 30 sporting codes and the facilities encompass:

  • Stadium
  • Football ground(s)
  • Soccer ground(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Gym(s)
  • Pool(s)
  • Tennis court(s)
  • Cricket ground(s)
  • Hockey field

For more information, please visit their website at https://www.wits.ac.za/sport/.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of the Witwatersrand's main services:


University of the Witwatersrand's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of the Witwatersrand financial aids include:

  • Scholarships and Bursaries
  • External Sponsors
  • Discretionary Funding
  • Hardship Funding
  • External Scholarship and Bursaries
  • Student Loans

For more information, visit the official financial aid and scholarships administration page at https://www.wits.ac.za/study-at-wits/financial-aid-and-scholarships-administration/

University of the Witwatersrand's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of the Witwatersrand's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of the Witwatersrand's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of the Witwatersrand's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of the Witwatersrand's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of the Witwatersrand's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of the Witwatersrand is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1922


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of the Witwatersrand's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Council on Higher Education (CHE)
  • Association of MBAs (AMBA)
  • Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
  • South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)
  • Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize University of the Witwatersrand as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of the Witwatersrand's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Universities South Africa (USA)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Foundation of Tertiary Institutions of the Northern Metropolis (FOTIM)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • African Research Universites Alliance (ARUA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of the Witwatersrand's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of the Witwatersrand's Facebook page University of the Witwatersrand's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of the Witwatersrand's X (formerly Twitter) page University of the Witwatersrand's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of the Witwatersrand's YouTube channel University of the Witwatersrand's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of the Witwatersrand's Instagram page University of the Witwatersrand's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of the Witwatersrand's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Wikipedia

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University of the Witwatersrand's Wikipedia article

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